Holiday events this season on Anna Maria Island, FL

There is a lot going on at Dans Florida Condos, and Anna Maria Island this Winter!  Here are some fun things to do and experience this holiday season on Anna Maria Island, Florida. The perfect time to getaway from the cold up north. Let’s hit the beach.

Santa Visits Anna Maria City Pier Park
Friday, December 13th

Santa loves sunshine and sand!  Bring the entire family on Friday December 13th, and enjoy some festive holiday music while indulging in refreshments and sweets.  Continue down Pine street to enjoy lights, decorations, and holiday cheer!

CHRISTMAS ON BRIDGE STREET
Saturday,  December 14th
Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach
4:00pm – 8:00pm
(Annual Boat Parade Arrives at Pier at 7:30pm)

If you missed the Bridge Street Tree Lighting in early December, then this event is sure to spread some holiday cheer into your Beach Life. Enjoy listening to live music and holiday choirs while you meander down historic Bridge Street. Featuring caroling by the Thespian Troupe from Manatee School of the Arts.

To help you with your Christmas shopping there will be a coastal, holiday market with tons of great Christmas ornaments and decorations available for sale. Don’t miss out on the wreath raffles and silent auction!

Enjoy the delicious hot chocolate bar and other treats as you experience winter on Bridge Street. Keep your eyes out for  a special appearance by Santa.

IT’S FREE!  This is a free  event but also a great shopping experience so be sure to bring your wallet and cross some gifts off on your Christmas list.

MOTE AQUARIUM SNOW CAMP FOR KIDS
Select days from December 23, 2019 – January 3, 2019

Kids can spend some or all of their winter break at Mote Camp. Campers will explore marine life  during this winter themed camp. Join Mote Aquarium for all 6 days or pick your favorite one. The Winter Camp is open to all students currently enrolled in 1st – 5th grade. 

Mote Marine Aquarium Winter Break Camps, encourage participation in the water for part of the morning, weather-permitting so come prepared with towels, water gear and a change of clothes.

This year,they will offer 8 days of ‘fin’tastic fun at our Winter Break Camp! Camps are offered as single, half day camps, but register for all four days each week and receive a special discount! Member? Have your member number ready to receive that member discount. Not a member yet? Visit www.mote.org/membership to become a member before registering for camps.

Note: Camps will not run if camps do not meet minimum number. Families will be notified the week before should this happen.

Session 1: Jingle Bells & Animal Shells

Bring your shells and ring your bells! This weeks theme will focus on animals with shells, their prey and predators. Campers will explore the aquarium and mammal center to learn more about the animals with shells that call Mote home. Through interactive and STEM based activities campers will learn what it’s like to live the life of an animal with a shell. Each day will focus on a different animal so your camper can sign up for their favorite animal or come for all four days. We can’t wait to ‘shell’ebrate this winter break camp with you!

Ages: Tidal Tykes (K-2nd Grade) & Aqua Kids (3rd-5th Grade)
Dates: December 23, 24, 26,  & 27, 2019 (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday)
Times: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm (Check in begins at 7:45 am and Check out ends at 12:15 pm)
Registration: $60 non-member / $54 member
Register for all 4 days and received 10% off!

Session 2: Do you ‘sea’ what I ‘sea’?

‘Sea’ing is believing! This week, campers will learn all about how animals use colors to survive in the sea. While exploring the aquarium and mammal center, campers will get into the mindset of different animals and examine how these animals survive and thrive while living in the ocean. Campers will participate in hands-on and STEM based activities to learn about warning colors, mimicry, countershading and other camouflage techniques used by animals! Each day will focus on a different animal so your camper can sign up for their favorite animal or come for all four days. We ‘sense’ campers will really dig this camp!

Ages: Tidal Tykes (K-2nd Grade) & Aqua Kids (3rd-5th Grade)
Dates: December 30, 31, 2019 & January 2, 3, 2020 (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday)
Times: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm (Check in begins at 7:45 am and Check out ends at 12:15 pm)
Registration: $60 non-member / $54 member
Register for all 4 days and received 10% off!

Contact for more information:  Email [email protected]​ or call 941.388.4441 ext. 348  

New Years Eve
December 31st, 2017

Last year, the New Year’s Fireworks at The Beach House Restaurant were a great way to ring in the new year.  We are still waiting word if they will be repeating this grand event this year.  Stay tune to the comments of this blog, we’ll update details one we have them solidified!

We support The Beach House and the entire Chiles Group of restaurants in their endeavors to keep Anna Maria Island festive and safe this holiday season!

You can also enjoy New Year’s celebrations in many of the other local restaurants and bars open on the island. There’s no place better to be than Anna Maria Island on New Years Eve!

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